Indemnity Statement - All participants must Read and Agree to the following
1. Release and Indemnity of Owners and Occupiers of the Land This event is made possible by the kind permission of the owners and occupiers of farmland and/or suitable area, allowing us to use their land. I accept they have given their permission on condition that I release and indemnify them, and I hereby release and indemnify them from any and all liability, claims, losses, damages and expenses whatsoever including any liability under the Health and Safety in Employment Act.
2. General I am capable of looking after my horse/s. I accept that the organisers/judges reserve the right to check on my horse/s, and not allow the start or continuation of the competition if my horse/s is deemed unfit for any reason. I understand that my horse/s must be at an acceptable level of fitness and ability. I will follow the instructions and accept the decisions made by the organisers and/or judges. If I do not follow instructions and/or abuse my horse I accept that I may be asked to leave the premises by the organiser/s or judges.
3. Personal Safety I understand that participation in the Cowboy Challenge involves risk of injury or death. In entering the Cowboy Challenge, I confirm I am physically fit enough, and suffer no medical condition, disability or lack of skill that would render me unsuitable for this event.
4. Safety of Property I acknowledge that I have sole responsibility for my horse/s, equipment and other possessions during the period of the event. I further agree at all times to take reasonable care with regard to farmland, property, stock, and crops. I accept that no firearms or littering are allowed. I understand that dogs must be secure at all times, or if stated on the entry that there are to be no dogs on the property, I abide by this.
5. Liability By participating in the event, I expressly accept all risks personally and release the organisers, their servants and agents, owners and occupiers of the land, sponsors and all other persons involved in the event from any liability, claims, losses, damages or expenses caused by the event including, but not limited to, any personal injury or death, any emotional or nervous disorder, any medical condition or suffering, any property loss or damage.
6. Medical Treatment I consent to receive medical treatment in case of injury, illness or suffering during the event and agree to indemnify the organisers, their servants and agents from any liability or claims in respect of that treatment. 7. CancellationsThe organisers and/or judges reserve the absolute right to cancel or downgrade the Cowboy Challenge as a result of adverse weather conditions, the correctness of the course or any other unforeseen circumstances.
8. Rules I will abide by all rules set out in the safety brief.